EarthWay C24HDS Owner's manual

Brand: EarthWay

Model: C24HDS

Type: Owner's manual

36210

Qty 2

36214

Qty 4

36200

Qty 4

36205

Qty 3

36300

Qty 17

36207

Qty 2

36305

Qty 2

33117

Qty 1

36105

Qty 1

36104

Qty 1

36103

Qty 1

36209

Qty 4

36404

Qty 18

For

C24HD

Only

Upper Handle

Gauge & Lever

Handle

Shaft

Frame

Brace

Cross

Brace

Lower

Handles

Impeller

Frame

Gearbox

Pivot

Control

Rod

Pivot

Rod

Axle

Foot

(Qty 4 #36214)

1/4-20 X 1½”

Phillips Panhead

(Qty 4 #36300)

1/4-20 SS Locknut

2. Position hopper on side. Install frame using (4) 1/4-20 x 1 ½” Pan Head Phillips machine

screws and (4) 1/4-20 nylon insert locknuts. First put bolts through holes in frame then through

holes in bottom of hopper. Secure with locknuts. TIGHTEN THESE LOCKNUTS NOW.

1. Remove and identify all of the loose parts from carton.

8-2014 Pt# 52142 PAGE 1

Gauge Overlay is snapped

over the metal gauge. Replace

the stop bolt assembly to se-

cure overlay on the gauge.

WARNING

Do not use air tools to assemble. To prevent

seizing, spray all nuts & bolts with oil, grease,

wax, or other lubricant.

PLEASE CONTACT US: IF YOU ARE MISSING ANY PARTS, HAVE ANY DIFFICULTY IN ASSEMBLY, OR HAVE ANY

QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SAFE OPERATION OF THIS SPREADER. THIS MODEL INCLUDES LIFETIME

TECHNICAL SUPPORT. SUPPORT HOT LINE: 574-848-7491 or 800-294-0671, email: techsupport@earthway.com

HELPFUL HINTS: READ THE DIRECTIONS BEFORE ASSEMBLY

;If your spreader does not spread evenly, be sure the FRONT on the gear box points to the front of the spreader. The

impeller must turn clockwise. Reversing the gearbox will cause the impeller to turn counter clockwise. Clean the impeller

after each use as some fertilizer may become stuck on the impeller blades and will cause uneven spreading.

;Your spreader is designed to be pushed at three miles per hour, which is a brisk walking speed. Slower or faster speeds

will change the spread patterns. Wet fertilizer will also change the spread pattern and ow rate. Clean and dry your

spreader thoroughly after each use, wash between the shut-off plate and bottom of the hopper regularly. To prevent

rust, coat all metal parts (inside and out) including the chassis tubes with a light oil or corrosion preventative spray. Wash

between the shut off plate and bottom of the hopper and allow to dry before next use..

;Gears are permanently lubricated at the factory. Do not open the gearbox or dirt may enter.

;If you use Rock Salt remove the agitator to prevent damage to the gearbox and remove salt from the hopper daily. Rock

Salt will reconstitute back into a solid block if left in the hopper overnight and will damage your gearbox if pushed with the

block in place.

ROCK SALT AND POWDERED MATERIALS SHOULD

NOT BE USED IN THIS SPREADER AS IT WILL DAMAGE

GEARBOX AND CAN VOID WARRANTY.

USE ONLY GRANULAR MATERIALS.

IF YOUR SPREADER COMES SEMI ASSEMBLED, SKIP TO STEP #7

MADE IN THE USA

C24HD & C24HDS

Assembly And OperAting instructiOns

3. Install impeller onto pinion shaft. Insert 1/8” x 1¼” cotter pin

through impeller then through pinion shaft. Use hole nearest

gear box. Spread cotter pin to prevent from falling out. Next,

install the Cross Brace through the Gearbox Brace Support as

shown above.

Pinion

Shaft

1/8 x 1-1/4”

Cotter Pin (#36105)

Impeller

Cross Brace

GEARBOX ASSEMBLY

Gearbox Brace

EarthWay

EV-N-SPRED

4. Install Gearbox by inserting the pinion shaft into hole

in center of hoppers bottom. The word “FRONT” on the

gearbox must point to FRONT of the hopper.

Gearbox

Assembly

Frame brace

¼-20 x 1½”

Hex Head Bolt

and cupped washer

Step 5A

Step 5B

¼-20 x 2¼”

Hex Head Bolt

and cupped washer

Step 5

¼-20 Lock nut

and cupped washer

Cross Brace

Frame

Lower Handle

Shut-Off

¼-20 x 1½”

Hex Head Bolt

Foot

Impeller

5. Install the Lower Handles: insert 2¼” bolt with cupped

washer (C24HD) through second hole (approximately

in the middle of the Lower Handle) in lower handle and

through rst hole in frame and secure with locknut.

A. Now insert 1½” bolt through rst hole in lower handle,

then through frame brace, and nally into the threaded

connector in the Cross Brace. [NOTE: Numbers on frame

braces must be facing toward gearbox as shown.]

Install the Foot into the Frame and align the bolt holes in

the Foot and the Frame (a Phillips screwdriver or large

nail is helpful to align the parts)

B. Next insert 1½” bolt through other end of frame brace

and through second hole in frame through the foot and

install cupped washer (C24HD) and locknut.

DO NOT TIGHTEN YET.

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NOW GO BACK AND TIGHTEN ALL NUTS AND BOLTS

STARTING WITH FIRST STEP. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

nOtice cupped wAsher lOcAtiOns - On c24hd Only

TIP: PosITIon cuPPed washers beTween nuT or bolT head and chassIs

Install the axle

as shown above

¼-20

Lock Nut

and

(Cupped Washer

for C24HD)

¼-20 x 2¾”

Hex Head Bolt

¼-20 x 2¼”

Hex Head Bolt

and (Cupped Washer

for C24HD)

2 Position Handle

Lower Position

Upper Position

Insert Pivot Rod

into Shut-Off

and rotate to secure

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Angle

Attaching

Arm

nOtice cupped wAsher lOcAtiOns

fOr c24hd Assembly

6. Install the axle through the lower handle and then the gearbox and nally, through the other lower handle.

Now install the drive wheel to axle using pin hole nearest to lower handles as shown. Insert 2” cotter pin through wheel and

through axle. Bend with pliers to prevent pin from falling out.

NEXT Install coast wheel to axle, and then using outside pin hole on the axle (as shown on the left), insert 1” cotter pin through

axle [NOTE: The cotter pin does not go through the wheel]. Bend with pliers to prevent pin from falling out.

TURN SPREADER UPRIGHT ON TO WHEELS

Coast wheel side

1” Cotter Pin

Drive wheel side

2” Cotter Pin

7. NOTE: BEFORE INSTALLING THE GAUGE &

LEVER ASSEMBLY AND UPPER HANDLE TO THE

HANDLE SHAFT, SELECT THE BEST POSITION

FOR THE OPERATOR’S COMFORT. You can select

lower or upper positions for best t to the operator’s

height. Insert 2 ¾” bolt through the Gauge, then upper

handle and nally through handle shaft. See example

to the right.

DO NOT TIGHTEN LOCKNUT YET.

8. Insert pivot rod into shut off plate as shown below.

[TIP: Insert rod end from the top, then push down &

turn to lock in place.]

9. Insert other end of pivot rod into pivot and bracket

assembly as shown. [TIP: Insert rod end from the side

that has the angle attached to the bracket, then turn

to lock in place as shown at the right and above. The

correct positioning of the Pivot Bracket has the Angle

and Attaching Arm facing away from the gearbox.]

Insert Control Rod

into

Pivot Bracket

Attach ¼-20 REGULAR

(NOT LOCKNUTS) Hex Nuts

at these points.

Notice the position

of the double bend point.

¼-20 X 1¾”

Hex Head Bolt

and (Cupped Washer

for C24HD)

¼-20

Lock Nut

and (Cupped Washer

for C24HD)

Setting #30

CALIBRATION POINT

10. Install handle shaft to lower handles and pivot & bracket assembly as shown. Using (4)

1 ¾” bolts with cupped washers (C24HD) and (4) locknuts (2) cupped washers (C24HD).

[TIP: Attach right side rst with cupped washers on both nuts and bolts, then attach left (Pivot

Bracket) side with washers only on the bolt side]

TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS NOW.

Gauge & Lever

Control Rod

Tabbed Hole

Control Rod

Lever Tensioning Nut

12. Next push lever forward to setting “0”. Align control rod with hole

in pivot bracket, pull lever backward to insert control rod through

hole in pivot bracket. [TIP: If the lever does not move easily, loosen

slightly to make this step easier] Now install 1/4-20 regular nut on to

Control rod.

DO NOT TIGHTEN NUTS YET.

13. Pull lever back to setting “30” as shown. Next push pivot &

bracket forward so that the shut off plate in the hopper is in the full

open position. [NOTE: THE SETTING OF “30” ON THE GAUGE &

LEVER ASSEMBLY MUST OPEN THE SHUT-OFF COMPLETELY

FOR PROPER CALIBRATION.] Now tighten the nuts against the

pivot bracket to prevent change in calibration. Test by opening

and closing the Gauge & Lever a few times to ensure an accurate

calibration.

14. Tension on the ow control lever may be adjusted by tightening

or loosening the tension nut as shown above.

11. Install attened end of control rod in to lever on gauge

into Control Rod Tabbed hole as shown. Turn to lock in

place.

NEXT: Install (1) 1/4-20 Hex Nut [not a locknut] on to

Control Rod and thread halfway as shown below.

16. Insert Agitator to pinion shaft on inside of hopper.

NOTE: Position of at side of agitator. This pin should

be installed as shown above.

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15. Install the two 1/4-20 x 1” Stainless Steel bolts into holes located

on each side of the hopper and secure with 1/4-20 lock-nut. Next slide

Debris Screen under the two bolts inside the hopper.

1/4-20 x 1”

Hex Head Bolt

Stainless

1/4-20 Lock Nut

Stainless

nOtice cupped wAsher lOcAtiOns

fOr c24hd Assembly

17. For normal operation both doors should be fully opened. To reduce ow to the left side, partially or completely close the

door over the rear (LARGE) hole. To reduce ow to the right side, partially or completely close the door over the front (SMALL)

hole. Close both doors for a narrow center spread pattern.

WARNING: If the optional side deector is being used in the down position, the plate over the rear (LARGE) hole MUST BE

CLOSED or an over application of material will occur.

The settings furnished on the Setting Matrix are intended as a guide only. Variations in physical characteristics of material

applied, walking speed, and roughness of ground surface may require slightly different spreader settings. Due to these

conditions, Earthway Products, Inc. makes no warranty as to the uniformity of coverage actually obtained from the settings listed.

Each adjustable port

has 8 positions

One port closed

Both ports closed

Both ports open







FULL Rate (one pass) HALF Rate (two passes)

SPREAD PATH

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before lling hopper, become familiar with the operation of this spreader.

5Obtain proper setting for material to be used from the enclosed SETTING MATRIX included with this spreader, or from our

web site under the MANUALS SECTION.

5Move stop bolt on rate gauge assembly to the proper setting.

5While pushing spreader forward, pull control lever back to stop bolt.

5To stop, push lever forward to close ow holes before you stop moving.

5When nished, empty any remaining material from hopper.

5Thoroughly wash spreader and allow to dry before storing. Apply coating of light oil to help prevent corrosion.

5If you use Rock Salt, remove agitator when using Rock Salt to prevent damage to the gearbox.

Earthway Products, Inc.

1009 Maple Street, PO Box 547

Bristol, IN 46507

For Your Records

Date Purchased

Place of Purchase

HOW TO ORDER SPARE PARTS

All spare parts listed may be ordered direct from

EarthWay Products, Inc.

Be sure to give the following information when ordering.

Model Number

Part Number

Part Description

Call (574) 848-7491, 800-294-0671, or email: parts@earthway.

com for current prices.

5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Earthway Products, Inc. warrants this product free of defects in original workmanship and materials for a period of 5-Years

to the end user with the original purchase receipt. If a manufacturing non-conformance is found, Earthway Products, Inc.

at its discretion will repair or replace the part(s) or product at no charge provided the failure is not the result of incorrect

installation, mishandling, misuse, tampering, or normal wear and tear as determined by Earthway. Earthway at its discretion

may require that the part(s) or product be returned along with the original purchase receipt at owners’ expense for examination

and compliance with the terms of this warranty. Do not return any product without rst receiving authorization from Earthway

Products, Inc. To seek remedy under this warranty, contact Earthway Products, Inc. at 574-848-7491, techsupport@earthway.

com or write to Earthway Products, Inc. P.O. Box 547 Bristol, Indiana 46507 and describe the nature of the manufacturing

defect. SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS: This warranty covers only the part(s) or product; any labor charges associated with repair

or replacement of non-conformances are specically excluded. Due to the corrosive nature of most fertilizers and ice melt

products, Earthway Products, Inc. makes no warranty against and specically excludes part(s) or product degradation or failure

due to corrosion or its effects. Clean and dry your spreader thoroughly after each use, as a preventative measure, coat all

metal parts with a light oil or silicon spray.

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44249

60060R

OPTIONAL

Heavy-Duty

Rain Cover

Side Deflector Kit

77002

OPTIONAL

Heavy-Duty

Rain Cover

C24HD & C24HDS prOfessiOnAl brOAdcAst spreAder

Key # Part # Description Key # Part # Description

1 40003 SQUARE SCREEN 22 36205 1/4-20 X 2 1/4" HHCS S.S.

2 60219 HOPPER ASSEMBLY 23 24300 HANDLE SHAFT STAINLESS STEEL

3 33117 AGITATOR 23 25301 HANDLE SHAFT PAINTED

4 36214 1/4-20 X 1 1/2" PHPMS S.S. 24 36305 1/4-20 HEX NUT STAINLESS STEEL

5 36300 1/4-20 NYLON INSERT LOCKNUT S.S. 25 44251 PIVOT ROD

6 36210 1/4-20 X 1" HHMS S.S. 26 42256 CONTROL ROD

7 12209 HOPPER BUSHING 27 60298 GAUGE & LEVER ASSEMBLY

8 12278 SHUT OFF PLATE ASSEMBLY - PROFESSIONAL 28 36207 1/4-20 X 2 3/4" HHCS S.S.

9 24202 LOWER HANDLE COMPLETE - STAINLESS STEEL 29 12273 GRIP 9.75" LONG

9 25202 LOWER HANDLE COMPLETE - PAINTED 30 60069 UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY W/GRIPS C-SERIES PAINTED

10 60299 PIVOT & BRACKET ASSEMBLY 30 60070 UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY W/GRIPS C-SERIES STAINLESS

11 36200 1/4-20 X 1 1/2" HHCS S.S. 31 36208 #6 X 3/8" TYPE 25 PHPS S.S.

12 42237 FRAME BRACE 32 11927 SHUTOFF SUPPORT- LARGE

13 24704 CROSS BRACE (11.125") 33 11926 SHUTOFF SUPPORT- SMALL

14 24111 FRAME STAINLESS STEEL 34 31138 #8 X 3/8" PMT #8 HD COARSE BLACK

14 25108 FRAME PAINTED 35 36404 1/4 CUPPED WASHER S.S.

15 12109 IMPELLER (9" DIA) 36 36209 1/4-20 X 1 3/4" HHCS S.S.

16 36105 1/8" X 1 1/4" COTTER PIN S.S. 37 60027 WING NUT ASSEMBLY BLACK

17 60333 NEW FLOATING GEAR BOX 38 37100 1/4-20 X 1" CARRIAGE BOLT ZINC

18 12352 BEARING (COMMERCIAL) EACH 39 12147 SPACER

19 36103 3/16 X 2" COTTER PIN S.S. 40 24500 AXLE, COINED

20 19117 13" DIA PNEUMATIC TIRE DRIVE 41 25723 FRAME FOOT PAINTED

21 36104 3/16 X 1" COTTER PIN S.S. 41 25723-SS FRAME FOOT STAINLESS STEEL

Standard Settings (12196) Gauge Overlay and

OPTIONAL Lesco Settings (12195) Gauge Overlay

60166R

OPTIONAL

3-Side Deflector Kit

Bolt Identifier

1-1/2”

1”

2”

2-1/4”

2-3/4”

Earthway Products, Inc.

P.O. Box 547

Bristol, Indiana 46507

(574) 848 -7491 or

1-800-294-0671

Using the EV-N-SPRED®

Dual Port PRO Adjustable

Shut-Off System

The EV-N-SPRED® Dual Port PRO Adjustable Shut-Off System is

included on all professional models and allows the operator

to balance the spread pattern evenly across the full 180o

spread width, regardless of the weight or size of granular

material. By closing either the right and or left side

throwing ports you can balance the spread pattern to

exacting precision without compromising spread width

or application rate.

Each EV-N-SPRED® Dual Port PRO Adjustable

Shut-Off System drop hole has a corresponding 1/3rd

coverage area on the spread width of the spreader leaving a

feathered-edge for overlapping the spread path. The illustration to

the right shows each port and the corresponding 1/3rd coverage

area of the spread path. These ports can be adjusted to effectively

balance the spread pattern, giving equal amounts of material

across the full 180o spread pattern.

EV-N-SPRED®Dual Port PRO System Setup

Test all material prior to beginning your spreading job. You will need

a 50’ measuring tape, a small scale to weigh the material, bucket or

container to hold the material for re-weighing, chalk or a line marking

device, and (7) low baking tins. Using the EarthWay® Bag Calibrator

#77016 can greatly reduce the time needed for

determining the Setting Rates on any material but

is not mandatory to establish a setting rate.

1. Evaluate the material being spread by comparing

it to the following standard as a reference.

Large/Heavy is the size of a BB (⅛ in / 3mm), spread width is 20 - 30 feet (7.6 -

9.1 meters

Medium/Mixed (½ the size of a BB), spread width is 16 - 20 feet (4.8 - 7.6 meters)

Small/Fine (the size of sand), spread width is 12 - 16 feet (3.7 - 4.8 meters)

2. Add a small amount of the material into the spreader, enough to cover

the bottom (2-3 in / 5 - 7 cm) and begin to test for spread width.

Set the stop on the gauge to #15 and push the spreader several feet /

meters at normal walking speed on a at hard surface (where the material

will be visible), and OPEN the lever to the STOP while continuing to

walk for 3-4 paces, and CLOSE the shut-off and STOP (don’t move the

spreader from that position). Measure the spread width and evaluate

the spread pattern for even distribution on either side of the spread width

center line. TIP: Typical spread width references are listed above. The

spread width that you measure is used to calculate the actual Setting

Rate for the material.

Adjustable Throwing Ports

with 8 repeatable settings

to balance the left or right

spread pattern to

the center.

SPREAD WIDTH

Gauge & Lever

FINE MEDIUM LARGE

ADJUSTING THE EV-N-SPRED® DUAL PORT SHUT-OFF SYSTEM

1. Next, using the (7) low baking tins position, them in a straight line on

2-foot centers across the spread width as shown at the right.

Adjust the left or right variable throwing ports to EVEN THE SPREAD

pattern. TIP: For large/heavy materials, close the LEFT SIDE (LINES)

port slightly before you start your EV-N-SPRED® test. For small/light

materials, open the LEFT SIDE (LINES) port fully and close the RIGHT

SIDE (DOTS) port slightly before you start your EV-N-SPRED® test.

With BOTH ports closed, the spread is only from the center port, and

will give you a 3-4ft spread width in the center of the spreader - great for

medians.

Begin pushing the spreader several feet before the line of tins and at

normal walking speed. Walk along the Center Line, and OPEN the

Lever to the STOP 3-4 paces before the line of tins and continue walking

past the tins 1 or 2 paces and CLOSE the Lever and STOP.

Visually evaluate the material in the baking tins to determine if your

spread pattern is balanced - having the same amount of material in each

baking tin.

Empty each tin back into the spreader, adjust the ports and RETEST

until you are satised that the coverage is balanced.

ESTABLISH THE SETTING RATE

2. Remove the material from the hopper, and mark the distance that you

need to travel with the spreader to attain the designated coverage area

- i.e. 1,000 square feet using the spread width you determined earlier.

Above is a chart to help determine the distance needed for 1,000 square

foot calculation.

Mark the START and END POINTS on the surface required for the test.

Weigh a small amount (10-20lbs/4-9kg) of the material, and add that into

to the spreader. Using the Setting Matrix included with the spreader,

estimate a setting rate based on material manufacturers recommendations

and adjust the STOP on the Gauge to that position.

Now to test, start walking 1-2 paces before the START LINE and OPEN

the Lever to the stop and then CLOSE when you cross the END POINT

LINE.

Pour the remaining material from the spreader and weigh to calculate the

amount applied over the area. Adjust the Setting Rate to a higher number

if you need to increase the application rate, or to a lower number if you

applied too much in the test.

You may need to repeat this process to acquire the exact rate.

The EV-N-SPRED® Dual Port PRO Adjustable Shut-Off System ensures

that EarthWay® Professional spreaders evenly spread all types of fertilizers, seed, ice melt, or other granular

products, and is only available from EarthWay®.

Spread width

in feet

Length needed for

1,000 Sq Ft

Spread width

in feet

Length needed for

1,000 Sq Ft

7 142’ 11” 14 71’ 5”

8 125’ 15 66’ 8”

9 111’ 1” 16 62’ 6”

10 100’ 17 58’ 10”

11 90’ 11” 18 55’ 7”

12 83’ 4” 19 52’ 7”

13 76’ 11” 20 50’

START

END

COVERAGE AREA

i.e. 1,000 SQ FT

2’ 2’ 2’2’2’2’

Pt. #53192

Insert Control Rod

into the Pivot Bracket

Attach 1/4-20 Regular

Hex Nuts at these points.

Notice the position

of the double bend point.

It must be at this location

Broadcast Setting Matrix

EV-N-SPRED® Calibration Techniques

Shut-Off

Fully Open

Tighten

Screw

Slide Outer

Control Wire

to Calibrate

Cable Type Adjustment

Loosen/tighten screw on cable clamp then

slide outer cable in/out for calibration

Fig 2

Drop holes shown fully open.

How to ensure your spreader is properly calibrated

Make sure the drop holes in the bottom of the hopper are fully open when the Rate Control handle is on #30. If not, please

adjust control cable or control rod to allow for a full open hopper position at #30.

Rod Type Adjustment

1. Open the shut-off so that the drop holes are completely open as illustrated to the right.

2. Review the Control Lever position - if it is set so that the forward edge is at #30, you are calibrated. If not,

you need to adjust the control rod at the pivot bracket shown in Fig 1.

A. If your shut-off is not able to open fully as in step #1. Loosen the top nut a few turns, then loosen the lower nut

so that it allows you to push the shut-off open fully. Next tighten each nut so that they contact the pivot bracket

without moving it, and then carefully tighten each nut fully so they do not loosen during use. Recheck adjustment

as outlined in #1 above.

B. If your shut-off is able to open fully as in step #1, but the Control Lever is not at #30. Loosen the top nut a few

turns, then loosen the lower nut so that it allows you to push the Control Lever to #30. Next tighten each nut so

that they contact the pivot bracket without moving it. Carefully tighten each nut fully so they do not loosen during

use. Recheck adjust as outlined in #1 above.

Cable Type Adjustment

1. Open the Control Lever so that the shut-off and drop holes are completely open as illustrated above right.

2. Review the Control Lever position so that the indicator is pointed to #30, if it is your calibration is correct. If not you

need to adjust the control cable at the cable clamp on the underside of the hopper as shown in Fig 2.

A. If your shut-off is not able to open fully as in step #1. Loosen the cable clamp screw slightly so that you can slide

the outer cable out so that the shut-off is fully open. Next tighten the cable clamp screw securely. Recheck

adjustment as outlined in #1 above.

B. If your shut-off is able to open fully as in step #1, but the Control Lever is not at #30. Loosen the cable clamp screw

slightly so that you can slide the outer cable in so that the Control Lever opens to #30. Next tighten the cable clamp

screw securely. Recheck adjustment as outlined in #1 above.

If you have any questions regarding the operation or assembly of your spreader please call us at 800-294-0671 or

574-848-7491 Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm Eastern. Accessories and Repair Parts are also available at these

numbers, or online at www.earthway.com/parts

Fig 1

unless approved by Earthway Products, Inc. 1009 Maple Street Bristol, Indiana 46507

CHART 1

BAG COVERAGE IN

SQUARE FEET

5,000 10,000 15,000

LBS/1,000 SQ FT

5 LBS. 1.0 0.5 0.3

10 LBS. 2.0 1.0 0.7

15 LBS. 3.0 1.5 1.0

18 LBS. 3.6 1.8 1.2

20 LBS. 4.0 2.0 1.3

25 LBS. 5.0 2.5 1.7

30 LBS. 6.0 3.0 2.0

35 LBS. 7.0 3.5 2.3

40 LBS. 8.0 4.0 2.7

45 LBS. 9.0 4.5 3.0

50 LBS. 10.0 5.0 3.3

SPREAD WIDTHS FOR DIFFERENT

PARTICLE SIZES

Particle Size English Metric

Small/Fine

(Sand) 5-7ft. 1. 5-2.1m

Medium

(Half BB) 7-9ft. 2.1-2.7m

Large

(Full BB) 9-12ft. 2.7-3.7m

SPREAD WIDTH FOR DIFFERENT

SIZE GRASS SEED

Seed Size English Metric

Fine 5-7ft. 1.5 -2.1m

Coarse 7-10ft. 2.1-3.1m

ESTABLISHING A SETTING RATE

Step 1: Use Chart 1 to estimate the number of LBS/1,000 square feet of coverage

(Example: 20 LB. bag with 10,000 square foot coverage = 2.0 LBS/1,000

square feet)

Step 2: Find the closest LBS/1,000 square feet in Chart 2 that you estimated using

Chart 1 (Example: 2.0 LBS/1,000 square feet = Spreader Setting of 13)

Step 3: Determine the Spread Width by evaluating the particle or seed size in

Chart 3 to determine the Spread Width between Spread Paths

METRIC RATE SETTING

Determining a Setting Rate

Use chart below to determine the Setting Rate based on Grams/Square

Meter of coverage as directed on the bag.

GRAMS/SQ

METER

LBS./1,000

SQ FT

SPREADER

SETTING

5 Grams 1.0 LBS. 11

10 Grams 2.0 LBS. 13

15 Grams 3.0 LBS. 14

20 Grams 4.0 LBS. 16

25 Grams 5.0 LBS. 17

30 Grams 6.0 LBS. 18

35 Grams 7.0 LBS. 19

40 Grams 8.0 LBS. 20

45 Grams 9.0 LBS. 22

50 Grams 10.0 LBS. 23

The settings furnished on the Rate Setting Matrix are intended as a guide only. Variations in physical characteristics of material applied, walking speed, and roughness

of ground surface may require slightly different spreader settings. Due to the above conditions, EPI makes no warranty as to the uniformity of coverage actually

obtained from the settings listed.

FULL Rate (one pass) HALF Rate (two passes)

SPREAD PATH

OPEN CLOSE

OPEN

CONTROL

CONTROL SPREAD

WIDTH

Maintain a consistent walking

speed of 2-3mph or the

application rate will change.

All spread widths are determined by particle